Natural Pain Relief Massage Clinic in Raleigh NC - Chronic Pain Conditions We Treat

Acute and Chronic Pain Conditions We Treat

Among the specific conditions for which Neuromuscular Therapy have proven beneficial are:

Acute and Chronic Pain Issues

Arm pain or sensations
Arthritis Pain: Osteoarthritis is the most common cause of joint pain. Arthritis means inflammation of the joint. Before the inflammation sets in there are degenerative changes that occur. Massage and stretching is used to reduce the muscle spasm and decrease any tightness at the joints.
Auto Accident
Back pain (Lower back)

Back pain (Upper back)
Carpal Tunnel/Repetitive Stress Injuries can occur for anyone who performs repetitive movements for several hours every day. People who work at a computer are at a higher risk for this symptom. Other activities would include working as a cashier, musician or even gardening. The most common symptoms include numbness, tingling, pain and sometimes weakness into part of the hand. During the night the symptoms can increase. Very specific massage techniques can be used at the wrist in addition to checking the upper arm up into the neck. Various stretching techniques can be helpful.

Chronic Pain
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Back Pain
Foot and Ankle Problems

Frozen Shoulder is also known as adhesive capsulitis. This problem gets its name since it becomes very difficult to move the shoulder. There are very specific stretching and massage techniques that are used for this condition.
Hip pain
Knee Pain

Migraine/Headaches
Neck pain
Sciatica… (or in many cases piriformis syndrome). This often involves inflammation of the sciatic nerve. Usually pain and/or numbness will be in the back of the lower leg, and also low back pain. Sitting for long periods or even carrying a wallet in an individuals back pocket will aggravate these symptoms.

Shoulder Pain
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders refers to a multitude of problems around the jaw. Symptoms include head, neck, and shoulder pain, ear pain, and mouth pain, clicking or locking in jaw, and loss or difficulty moving the jaw.
Tennis Elbow is one of the most common overuse problems in the arms (56% of all occupational injuries). It got its name since tennis players are known to get this injury. Yet anyone working with a computer mouse or a checkout clerk on a grocery line is prone to this injury. This elbow pain can be debilitating and interfere with a person ability to perform many dally activities. Specific massage techniques are essential to the treatment plan for a person with this condition.
Whiplash is usually a result of a sudden forward or backward movement of the head and neck, such as in a car accident. This type of injury can include sprained ligaments and muscles strains of the neck. There may be pain in the neck, radiating pain into the head, shoulder or upper arm(s).

Sporting Injuries

Ice Hockey Professional Player

Groin pull

“I had been to physical therapy; the trainers had worked on me. My chiropractor referred me to Michele Moss. I had pulled my groin and it just wasn’t getting better. After one appointment with Michele’s trigger point therapy, I began to get relief. I saw her just a few times, and felt great.”
Previous Hurricanes Forward (name withheld upon request)

Rubgy Player Semi Pro

Plantar Fasciitis is the most common cause of painful feet that practitioners see. There is sharp intense pain and inflammation in the bottom side of the foot. The symptoms are often worse after prolonged periods of sitting or when a person first puts their foot on the floor upon waking up in the morning.

“After four months of severe plantar fasciitis I saw Michele Moss. I had already been to multiple doctors and an acupuncturist in an attempt to alleviate this awful heel pain. The pain had taken me from running 4-6 miles daily and playing rugby three times a week, to not going shopping due to the chronic pain.
Michele did neuromsuclar msassaage therapy and she introduced me to the power of natural pain relief solutions. Three months after I started seeing Michele, I'm now back to walking and interval training. I have no doubt that had I not been introduced to Michele, I would still be struggling with my pain and altering my daily life to avoid it.”
Jamie Jones (rugby player), CPA
Raleigh, NC

Professional Tennis Pro

“I broke my hand and was expected to be out 8 weeks. Using the Bi-axial Power Mag got me back to plan tennis in less than 6 weeks. The PowerMag is a must for all athletes who face major injuries to minor aches and pains.”
Dan James, USTA National Manager Wheelchair Tennis, Paralympic Tennis coach

Stress and Tension Related Problems

Muscular Knots, a localized area of muscle that causes pain, especially in the neck and shoulders
Muscle Spasms, can be quite painful, with the muscle clenching tightly and not relaxing, commonly between the shoulder blades, low back, and calves
Muscle Strains, are stretching or tearing of muscle or tendon, such as a “pulled” hamstring and back injuries
Stiffness, Achiness and Tightness, with muscles throughout the body

Testimonials

"For the last five years I have had upper back and shoulder muscle spasms which has led to severe migraines. I tried botox injections, steroid injections, muscle relaxers, physical therapy and acupuncture.
I felt results after my first appointment with Michele. After five appointments I was no longer having the problems that I came in with. Michele’s hands are like a GPS system in terms of finding the trouble spots and helping him feel normal again!"
D.B., Education Measurement Company
Raleigh, NC

"It is my pleasure to enthusiastically recommend Michele Moss as a neuromuscular therapist. For two days I was having low back pain and spasms. I was unable to stand upright, and did not respond to muscle relaxants or anti-inflammatory medication. After receiving two treatments with Michele, I was able to stand up and able to return to work. Michele impressed me with her caring and very high professional standards.
I am now aware of the potential for neuromuscular therapy to help patients with no clear neurological cause for their symptoms, in an effort to decrease or eliminate medication."
Nancy P. Schecter, M.D.
Neurologist
Raleigh, NC

“Words can not completely express how much you have done for me and the quality of life. I had been suffering for the last 8 years from migraines. At the age of 30 after my 3rd child this began. Basically, I was getting migraines headaches monthly and each migraine lasted 36 hours. I consulted with my neurologist... I saw an acupuncturist. Once a migraine hit I was unable to perform any daily activities which were obviously a problem as a mother of three s children under the age of 6. This meant my husband needed to leave his job to come home and help out. After the second treatment I was responding positively and had relief from pain. I no longer would wake up every day in fear that I might get a migraine. I fee more in control of my life and now have a migraine prevention plan. Lastly, but certainly not least, Michele is a therapist that produces RESULTS for headaches and migraines!"
Melissa Ansbacher, mother of three children
Raleigh, NC

“I first came to see Michele Moss in 1998. I was experiencing sever headaches, jaw pain, and other TMJ symptoms. Michele took care of these issues that I had been dealing with for years. Once this issue was dealt with Michele took care of treating my muscle pain in my arm and lower back. She also included the use of magnetic products, far-infrared wraps and CM cream. These products, combined with her excellent therapy, have been very effective in resolving my problems.”
J.D., Attorney
Raleigh, NC

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